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Learn more about Cardiothoracic Surgery
A thoracic surgeon specializes in the surgical care of people of all ages with conditions and diseases of the chest. The chest includes the heart, lungs, trachea (windpipe), esophagus, diaphragm, and chest wall. Thoracic surgeons treat a variety of diseases and conditions that require chest surgery, including heart disease, lung and esophagus cancer, chest trauma, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Thoracic surgeons are also called cardiothoracic surgeons and cardiac surgeons to emphasize heart surgery.
A thoracic surgeon typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical history and educates the patient about his or her condition including the surgical treatment and aftercare
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Performs a physical exam including evaluation of blood pressure and vital signs; weight; and the health of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels
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Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging tests and prescribes medications
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Orders and evaluates diagnostic procedures, such as EKG, echocardiogram, and cardiac catheterization
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Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic diseases and conditions that affect the major structures and organs in the chest
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Works closely with your primary care doctor, cardiologist, pulmonologist, and other specialists to provide optimal care
A thoracic surgeon may also be known by the following names: chest surgeon, lung surgeon, heart and lung surgeon, general thoracic surgeon, trauma surgeon, and cardiothoracic surgeon.
There are 157 specialists practicing Cardiothoracic Surgery in Washington with an overall average rating of 4.6 stars. There are 62 hospitals in Washington with affiliated Cardiothoracic Surgery specialists, including Virginia Mason Medical Center, St. Joseph Medical Center and UW Medical Center - Montlake.
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Dr. Michal Hubka, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Biography: <p>Misho Hubka, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon. His special medical interests include Robotic and Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS), lung cancer surgery, esophageal cancer surgery, and complex surgery for benign and malignant disease of the lung, chest wall, esophagus and mediastinum.</p><p>Dr. Hubka is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, STS Patient Safety Workforce and Western Thoracic Surgical Association. He was named a Top Doctor by Seattle Met Magazine in 2017, 2018 and 2019.</p>
Dr. Craig Hampton, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1802 Yakima Ave Ste 102Tacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Care Philosophy: Craig R. Hampton, MD, FACS, is board certified in general and cardiothoracic surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Dr. Hampton has published numerous related topics including stentless aortic valve replacement and mitral valve repair. After finishing medical school at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Dr. Hampton performed residencies in general surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and served as chief surgical resident at the University of Washington in Seattle. He also earned an NIH-funded research fellowship in cardiovascular surgery. Dr. Hampton is interested in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery including aortic root pathology, aortic surgery, arrhythmia surgery, coronary surgery, and valve repairs and replacements.
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Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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- Employs friendly staff
Biography: <p>Joel Sternbach, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon specializes in the minimally invasive treatment of benign and malignant conditions of the lung, esophagus, mediastinum, pleura and chest wall. He offers surgical solutions for esophageal motility disorders and reflux disease (GERD), and performs robotic and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS).</p>
Dr. Timothy James, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1802 Yakima Ave Ste 102Tacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Care Philosophy: In my view the words ``patient first`` mean continuous improvement, and that's what we're trying to do. If you put the patient first it means you're taking the trouble to understand your processes, and trying to perfect them.
On staff atSt. Anne Hospital.Dr. Gabriel Aldea, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Madhankumar Kuppusamy, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Biography: <p>Madha Kuppusamy, MD, specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery; benign and malignant disease of the lungs and esophagus; mediastinum and chest wall surgery including deformity correction and reconstructive surgery; lung cancer; and esophageal cancer.<br></p>
Dr. Baiya Krishnadasan, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1802 Yakima Ave Ste 204Tacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Thomas Templin II, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1802 Yakima Ave Ste 102Tacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Care Philosophy: Thomas (TJ) Templin, II, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon who specializes in cardiothoracic surgery for patients ages 15 and older. He has trained extensively in robotic and minimally invasive thoracic and foregut procedures, including minimally invasive lung and esophageal resections, sympathectomy, and anti-reflux revisions. He also has experience with advanced bronchoscopy and esophagoscopy, including EBUS, airway and esophageal stenting, and esophageal dilation. Dr. Templin follows the Jesuit philosophy of cura personalis, which translates to care for the whole person; he treats individuals, not just diseases. Dr. Templin is a Fellow of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Gautam Velamoor, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Biography: <p>Gautam Velamoor, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with special medical interest in aortic surgery, cardiac surgery, aortic valve replacement, and mitral valve repair and replacement. His areas of expertise include adult cardiac surgery, coronary bypass surgery, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement, and aortic surgery.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Velamoor enjoys the positive, life-altering nature of cardiac surgery. He feels good communication is vital as patient's weigh their treatment choices and take charge of their own health.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Velamoor is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and American Medical Association. Formerly Section Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dr. Velamoor now serves as Director of Surgical and Perioperative Quality, and Surgical Director of the Structural Heart Program at Virginia Mason Medical Center. He has been named a Top Doctor with <i>Seattle Metropolitan </i>and <i>Seattle </i>magazines consecutively since 2013.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Velamoor enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf and traveling.</p>
Dr. Daniel Cuadrado, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1802 Yakima Ave Ste 102Tacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Biography: <p>Daniel Cuadrado, MD, is a board-certified general and cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in thoracic surgery. Prior to joining Franciscan, Dr. Cuadrado was an associate professor of cardiothoracic surgery at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences and an active duty Army surgeon. <span style=``font-size: inherit;``>During his 20+ year Army career, he served as a surgeon for the Joint Special Operations Command with nine combat deployments and as the consultant to the Office of the Surgeon General in Cardiothoracic Surgery. He is a graduate of the Army War College with a Master's Degree in Strategic Sciences.</span></p>_x000D_ <p>Dr. Cuadrado is interested in all aspects of non-cardiac thoracic surgery and has had extensive training in minimally invasive and robotic procedures for benign and malignant diseases of the lung, esophagus, pleura and mediastinum as well as anti-reflux surgery. He has experience in robotic navigational bronchoscopy, airway stenting, endobronchial ultrasound, esophagoscopy to include stenting and transoral incisionless fundoplication.</p>_x000D_ <p>Dr. Cuadrado is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American College of Chest Physicians and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He has authored numerous book chapters, peer-reviewed publications and served as an editor for Surgical Clinics of North America.</p>
Dr. Michael Mulligan, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Luis Alberton, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1333 SURGICAL SERVICES WAYKalispell, MT 59901Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Svetlana Kotova, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery3181 SW Sam Jackson Park RdPortland, OR 97239Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Donald Low, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101Biography: <p style=````>Donald Low, MD, has expertise in esophageal resection, malignant and benign disorders of the esophagus, primary and revisional antireflux surgery, management of pneumothorax, pleural effusions and pleural-based malignancy and hyperhidrosis, and treatment of benign and malignant problems of the chest wall, diaphragm and mediastinum.</p> _x000D_ <p style=````></p> _x000D_ <p style=````></p> _x000D_ <ul></ul> _x000D_ <ul></ul> _x000D_ <p style=````></p> _x000D_ <p style=````>Dr. Low has special medical interest in thoracic surgery, esophageal surgery and minimally invasive surgery. He is currently the Clinical Director of the largest online database (Esodata.org) that is used to carry out clinical study regarding esophageal cancer.</p> _x000D_ <p style=````>Dr. Low is Chairman of the Virginia Mason Historical Society and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He enjoys outdoor activities and woodworking in his spare time.</p>
Dr. Paul Schipper, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery200 NE Mother Joseph Pl Ste 320Vancouver, WA 98664Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. David Nelson, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1135 116th Ave NE Ste 605Bellevue, WA 98004Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Christopher Burke, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Dr. Daniel Mumme, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery419 S L StTacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Robert Dubose, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd # L353Portland, OR 97239Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Low wait times
Dr. Allen Rubin, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1802 Yakima Ave Ste 204Tacoma, WA 98405Care Philosophy: Allen Rubin, MD, is a board-certified vascular surgeon who performs both open and endovascular procedures. His clinical areas of interest are endovascular treatment for limb salvage, cerebrovascular disease, aortic disease, venous disease and thoracic outlet syndrome.
Dr. Terry Shih, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery200 NE Mother Joseph Pl Ste 320Vancouver, WA 98664Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Mark Levinson, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery820 N Chelan AveWenatchee, WA 98801Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. James Douglas, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery2979 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 201Bellingham, WA 98225Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Beejay Feliciano, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery505 NE 87th Ave Ste 301Vancouver, WA 98664Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Allen Graeve, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery419 S L StTacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Chris Griffith, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery3610 Ensign Rd NEOlympia, WA 98506Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Ronald Quinton, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery525 Lilly Rd NE Ste 200Olympia, WA 98506Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Robert Binford, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1135 116th Ave NE Ste 605Bellevue, WA 98004Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Keith Havenstrite, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery419 S L StTacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Michael Meyer, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery419 S L StTacoma, WA 98405Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Nicole Jackson, DO
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery747 Broadway Ste WW739Seattle, WA 98122Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Matthew Agnew, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery6600 Bruceville RdSacramento, CA 95823Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. John Rowles, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1201 S Miller St Ste AWenatchee, WA 98801Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Low wait times
Dr. Scott Louis, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1135 116th Ave NE Ste 605Bellevue, WA 98004Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Nahush Mokadam, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Mark Hill, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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- Explains conditions well
Dr. Broadus Atkins, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery301 E Wendover Ave Ste 411Greensboro, NC 27401Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Alexander Kraev, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1201 S Miller StWenatchee, WA 98801Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Edward Verrier, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Joseph Austin, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1330 Rockefeller Ave Ste 400Everett, WA 98201Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Jay Pal, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Robert King, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1950 NW Myhre Rd # 3Silverdale, WA 98383Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Biography: <p>R. Christopher King, MD, specializes in adult cardiac surgery, including valve repair/replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic surgery and critical care. He delivers comprehensive and individualized cardiac surgical care in the pursuit of optimizing each patients outcome. </p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. King is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and Western Thoracic Surgical Association.</p>
On staff atSt. Michael Medical Center - Silverdale.Bridget Lonergan, ARNP
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1802 Yakima Ave Ste 102Tacoma, WA 98405Biography: <p>Bridget Lonergan, ARNP, serves as the primary nurse practitioner for the Lung Nodule Clinic. Bridget works closely <span style=``font-size: inherit;``>with a multidisciplinary team including thoracic surgeons, pulmonologist, medical and radiation oncologists, pathologists </span><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>and radiologist to ensure patients receive the most appropriate and timely care. She also provides ongoing cancer surveillance </span><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>for established thoracic surgery patients of Dr. Krishnadasan and Dr. Templin.</span></p>_x000D_ <p>Bridget believes all persons have the right to access quality, affordable health care. She also believes healthy individuals <span style=``font-size: inherit;``>lead to healthy families and communities. Her approach to care is a holistic one, tailored to meet the needs of each unique </span><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>individual. Listening to her patients and putting them first are cornerstones of her care.</span></p>_x000D_ <p>Bridget is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.</p>_x000D_ <p>Away from work, she enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest, whether hiking, camping, skiing or paddle boarding.</p>
Dr. Charles Anderson, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1950 NW Myhre Rd # 3Silverdale, WA 98383Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Care Philosophy: My goal is to treat each patient as a distinct individual with the utmost respect and patience. I try to always explain the diagnosis, required work up and ultimately, the surgical plan in great detail while using language that is non-threatening and in layman's terms that everyone can understand. I believe that if the patient understands their diagnosis along with the treatment plan, then there is less anxiety and improved participation in their own care. Ultimately this improves the chance for an uneventful recovery with realistic expectations regarding potential outcomes. I perform very complex operations and I believe that if the patient and family members are educated about what to expect, then the experience will be less frightening for all involved. I approach my patients with the same thoughtfulness and consideration I would give a family member facing a similar illness or major operation. Finally, I strive to improve my own skills as a surgeon and a physician every day.
On staff atSt. Michael Medical Center - Silverdale.Dr. Timothy Icenogle, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery800 W 5th AveSpokane, WA 99204Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Lucas Kawtoski, ARNP
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101Biography: <p>Lucas Kawtoski, ARNP, specializes in thoracic surgery, lung cancer, hiatal hernia and esophageal cancer.</p> _x000D_ <p>Lucas spends his free time staying active through daily exercise and being outdoors including running, yoga, lifting weights, swimming, hiking and skiing. He enjoys tackling culinary challenges from complex savory dishes to delicate handmade pastries and breads.</p>
Dr. John Howington, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1950 NW Myhre Rd # 3Silverdale, WA 98383Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Care Philosophy: Our team focuses on the individual patient and their unique concerns and issues. With a major focus on communication and comfort we strive to put patients and their families at ease as they strive to deal with and overcome chest disease. We strive to treat the individual and exceed expectations.
On staff atSt. Michael Medical Center - Silverdale.Dr. Christopher Jackson, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery700 NE 87th AveVancouver, WA 98664Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Mia Debarros, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery9040 Jackson AveTacoma, WA 98431Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Earl Fox, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery4001 Kennedy Rd Ste 8West Richland, WA 99353Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Kathleen Berfield, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Patients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
- Patients found trustworthy
Dr. Gurion Lantz, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery3181 SW Sam Jackson Park RdPortland, OR 97239Dr. Shakirat Oyetunji, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Brianna Walker, MSN
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1135 116th Ave NE Ste 600Bellevue, WA 98004Dr. Christina Greene, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery4800 Sand Point Way NESeattle, WA 98105Dr. David McMullan Jr, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery4800 Sand Point Way NESeattle, WA 98105Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Charles Ma, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1330 Rockefeller Ave Ste 400Everett, WA 98201Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Castigliano Bhamidipati, DO
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery3181 SW Sam Jackson Park RdPortland, OR 97239Dr. Rachel Heneghan, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery8075 N Shadeland Ave Ste 200Indianapolis, IN 46250Dr. Lester Permut, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery4800 Sand Point Way NE # StpSeattle, WA 98105Patients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
- Employs friendly staff
- Explains conditions well
Dr. Maziar Khorsandi, MD
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery1959 NE Pacific StSeattle, WA 98195Dr. Samuel Youssef, MD
Specialty: Thoracic Surgery1600 E Jefferson St Ste 110Seattle, WA 98122Patients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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